Press Release
February 19, 2014

10 soldiers commended for helping Yolanda victims

TEN soldiers were commended by the Senate today for selflessly risking their own lives to save the residents of Guiuan, Samar from the wrath of Typhoon Yolanda.

Senator Lourdes Nancy Binay, author of Senate Resolution 415, said the Senate is recognizing the "incredible acts of bravery" performed by the soldiers of the 14th Infantry Battalion in the wake of Typhoon Yolanda.

"The soldiers had rendered service beyond the call of duty by courageously risking their own lives in securing the safety of the people of Guiuan and by helping them in the search and rescue of their loved ones," Binay said in her resolution.

She said the soldiers, who were based in Samar, also provided security to relief operations and travelled to far flung areas to bring relief goods to the victims.

"The Senate recognizes the heroic acts of individuals who personify Filipino altruism and emulate the spirit of bayanihan. The eight soldiers deserve the tribute and recognition to all Filipinos," Binay said.

Commended were Cpl Emerson P. Mendoza; Pfc Jomar Jay Radin, Pfc Michael G. Punzalan, PIC. Marlon F. Sarino, Pfc Elvin M. Hugo, Pfc Jay R. Obrar, Pfc Rando Soria, Pfc Richard D. Salanguste, Pfc Reynante Abunda and Pfc Dalmacio Bondocan. (PILAR S. MACROHON)

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